Daria

Daria Aharkova
UX\UI Designer
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Based in Ilaly, Milan

Open to Remote Opportunities

Summary

UX/UI Designer who turns product requirements and audit findings into clear, scalable, and user-friendly digital experiences. Skilled in UX audits, user
flows, wireframing, responsive interface design, reusable design systems, and translating business needs into practical product solutions. Combines
visual design with implementation experience in Knock, HTML email development, dynamic content, conditional logic, and AI-assisted workflows, with
hands-on experience collaborating within product teams.

EXPERIENCE

May-November/2026 UX\UI Designer — Lexamica
Audited 14 transactional emails and identified key issues in branding, content hierarchy, CTA terminology, template
structure, and dynamic content.

Defined a consistent transactional email system and reusable Knock components (headers, footers, typography,
buttons, tables, content blocks).

Redesigned and rebuilt templates in Knock/HTML, using dynamic variables, conditional logic, and AI-assisted tools to
cut email creation and updates by ~20%.

May-Jun/2025 UX\UI Designer — Nicely Group
Designed key flows for an ecosystem platform where entrepreneurs and startups can find mentors, apply for funding, manage
projects, and access tools and resources.

Contributed Ul components and patterns to the design system, aligning visuals and interactions with business goals and the needs
of early-stage founders.
2023-2025 UX\UI Designer — Smart Money - Personal Finance Tracker
Designed a responsive web interface that helps users track income, expenses, and financial goals. Focused on dashboard
clarity, data organization, accessibility, and easy navigation for everyday use.

UX\UI Designer — Food Delivery Apply Group
Designed a mobile food ordering experience with a focus on simple navigation, clear product categories, intuitive cart flow, and fast
checkout. Created user flows, wireframes, high-fidelity screens, and an interactive prototype in Figma.

UX\UI Designer — Music Festival Website
Created a promotional website concept for a music festival, including landing page structure, visual identity, event sections, ticket
flow, and responsive layouts. Focused on strong visual hierarchy, engaging typography, and conversion-oriented design.

skills

UX: UX Audits, User Research, Competitor Analysis, User Flows, Information Architecture, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing
UI: Responsive Design, Visual Hierarchy, Typography, Components, Design Systems, Accessibility
Tools: Figma, FigJam, Knock, ChatGPT, Claude
Technical: HTML/CSS, HTML Email Development, Dynamic Content, Conditional Logic
Languages:
Ukrainian Native speacker
English B1+ in progress
Italian A2

EDUCATION

2023-2025 UX/UI Design Program Mate Academy
2012-2016 Bachelor's Degree in Food Technologies Kharkiv State University of Food and Trade

Additional Experience

2012-2022 Hospitality and Entrepreneurship Developed transferable skills in customer communication, operations, time management, and service delivery.